Authorities on Sunday closed several lanes of Interstate 45 near downtown Dallas after a big rig caught fire, according to Texas Department of Transportation officials.
The incident occurred around noon at I-45 and Main Street, according to TXDOT. As of 3 p.m. Sunday, it appeared that traffic was moving again in two of the interstate’s lanes.
Flames and black smoke coming from the vehicle were visible for miles but no injuries were reported.
Dallas-Fire Rescue spokesperson Jason Evans said the semi’s engine malfunctioned before it caught on fire.
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The fire was contained to the cab, Evans said.